hacker

Example Sentences

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A nefarious hacker could have easily installed a virus on to my machine without me having to do anything.

From BBC

The data may be encrypted to fend off hackers, but the companies can decrypt and, if presented with a warrant, share it.

From The Wall Street Journal

It has released reports on the safety of its own products, including when it said its technology had been "weaponised" by hackers to carry out sophisticated cyber attacks.

From BBC

Without encryption, hackers on the same network can potentially intercept your data, steal passwords or monitor your activity.

From Salon

Security enhancement means you can use airport Wi-Fi without worrying about hackers stealing your passwords.

From Salon